An Encouraging Word: Spirit at Work (Tools for Personal and Organizational Transformation)

By Mary Ann Ruth

A Vision for Your New Work

• This vision of your new work day is based on the hopes and dreams of many people

• Some people and organizations found their ideal work and workplaces

• Others created them using transformational tools and strategies you’ll find in An Encouraging Word: Spirit at Work

You awaken,

Eager to embrace the beauty of this new day.

You smile,

Anticipating the joy and opportunities of your day at work.

You are grateful.

You are “singing your life song”

In a place you have chosen.

You chuckle

When you think of your friends at work.

You are doing what you love.

And the money has followed.

You know

Life is a bountiful feast.

You are welcome at the table

As an honored guest.

The world is better, brighter.

You have brought your Spirit to work.

What had appeared difficult

Is now an accomplished goal.

Joy comes to you

Not only in the morning,

But in waves of energy

Throughout the day.

You are at work.

And you are blessed.

You are “in the Flow.”

You are living your “best life.”

Friends say:

“What’s up?

You are beaming.”

You reply:

“Yes, its wonderful.

I’ve transformedmy life and work.”

“I am creating my greatest art,

this masterpiece of my life.”

“I use all my skills.

I catch myselfwhistling at work.”

Your daughter asks,

“What do you do at work?”

You say:

“I do what I was born to do.

I’m creating a better worldfor everyone.

And I get paid wellto do it.”

“My work is an exciting journey.

My colleagues help meat every turn.

We have a great visionand we are making it happen.”

“When you grow up, you’ll see how wonderful your work can be.”

You appreciateThe respect you receive at work—Just for being you.

You feel whole, complete.

You are prepared to face whatever drama, comedy, or melodrama comes your way.

You know you are performingAt your peak.

What had seemed a dream—

A fairytale of what you desired—

Is now your daily reality.

Your “conscious capitalism” strategy paid off.

Shareholders are happy.

Your customers are delighted.

Going green created more jobs.

Your grandchildren enjoy clean air and clean water.

Your company is transformed!

Your benefits are excellent.

Productivity is sky high.

Your family’s financial future is secure.

Your leaders are visionary.

They bring out the best in people.

Your mentor is a top executive.

She makes time for you.

She really listens.

She encourages you to go after what you need and want.

You have confidence and skill.

You know how to make work great.

You’re satisfied withyour “brilliant career.”

Life is Good.

And Work is wonderful.

Today you celebrate life!

You are relaxed and content.

Your parents had a dream for you.

You had a dream for yourself.

And now that dream surrounds you.

You learned from the true stories

About ordinary people inspired to

Accomplishextraordinary results.

You know you will sleep like a baby tonight.

You have kept your promises to your inner child.

She is happy and healthy.

You are at peace.

You have found your way.

Your cup overflows.

This workday was brought to you through

the tools and strategies for “soulful” success in

An Encouraging Word: Spirit at Workby Mary Ann Ruth

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